Summer courses for Teenagers 15-17
• Supportive and promotes learning
• Entertaining educational activities
Short summer courses for Teenagers in Oxford
We offer English language programmes for teenagers aged 15-17 years old including Interactive English and Intensive English Exam Preparation. Our English courses start from elementary level. We also offer the academic course IB Introduction as well as subject-specific courses like Business in Oxford and Art and Digital Design in Oxford.
Academic support and pastoral care: We provide a supportive environment for you to develop your language in the 4 key skills, and help you to improve your vocabulary, fluency and accuracy
Flexible course structure: You can choose to study for 2, 3 or 4 weeks in June, July and August.
Attractive setting: Our courses are offered in a beautiful location close to the centre of Oxford
Rich academic programme: Our teaching approach enhances your learning experience and includes enjoyable study visits and entertaining excursions to places in the UK, including London
Develop international friendships: Our short summer courses have global appeal, so you can make lots of new friends and create unforgettable memories
Wide activities and excursions offering: Learn sports, develop skills, discover cultural attractions and have fun!
Located in Oxford: Live in residential houses within the city of Oxford
Course content: Our lessons are interesting and stimulate learning through a Theme of the Week and Guest Speaker events
A member of the English UK specialist group for Young Learners
Choose from the courses below:
Activities Timetable (sample)
View the sample activities timetable. Please note these are subject to change.
Themes of the Week (sample)
Week 1: Education and Academic Tradition in Oxford
- History of the University of Oxford & Oxford Colleges
- Famous Alumni
- Debate: Private vs state education
Week 2: Travel Around the World
- Broadening your mind
- AirBnB – blessing or a curse?
- Learn before you land – cultural awareness!
- Debate: Backpacking or all-inclusive holiday?
Week 3: Technology and Innovation
- Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok
- AI, VR, and the real world
- Sustainable energy sources for the future
Week 4: Music and Art
- Local Oxford Artists
- British Music Festivals
- Become an Artist!
Week 5: Global Women’s Issues
- FIFA Women’s World Cup
- Women at the University of Oxford
- Women in STEM, Business,
- Who are your female role models?
Week 6: British Values and Culture
- British Values
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- Democracy & Rule of Law
- Individual Liberty & Freedom of Speech
- Tolerance & Mutual Respect
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- Spice up your Life with Girl Bands
- Fish and Chips
Week 7: Festivals and Celebrations
- Celebrations around the world
- Masks, costumes, and pageants
- Multiculturalism – a barrier to integration?
Week 8: You’re the future!
- 12th August – International Youth Day
- Model United Nations
- Debate: What does our future look like with Gen Z?
Week 9: Live the green life!
- Veganism, food waste & Recycling
- Eco-friendly housing
- Transportation – e-cars all the way?
Summer courses brochure
Short courses available in the Summer
Study one of our short courses to develop new skills
Summer course enquiry
Please fill in this form to submit an enquiry on our teenager courses.
You may also wish to get in touch to arrange a campus tour or find out what it is like to live and study in the city of Oxford.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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